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Go through the gallery to view Tony Paul's top 50 major-league free agents, headlined by Manny Machado (left) and Bryce Harper (right). Note: Age listed is the age in which they will spend most of the 2019 season. Getty Images

1. Manny Machado, SS/3B, 26: You could go flop 1 and 2 (Bryce Harper) rather easily, but given the positions he can play, Machado is just a notch above and is headed for a massive payday, provided there's at least one team that looks past his perceived disinterest at times during his stint with the Dodgers. Prediction: Yankees, eight years, $242 million. UPDATE: Padres, 10 years, $300 million. Ezra Shaw, Getty Images

2. Bryce Harper, RF, 26: Baseball has been gearing up for his foray into free agency for several years. As recently as a year or two ago, some experts were predicting a contract worth half-a-billion bucks. He won't get that, of course, but he's about to be set for many, many lifetimes. Prediction: Phillies, nine years, $301 million. UPDATE: Phillies, 13 years, $330 million. Dustin Bradford, Getty Images

3. Dallas Keuchel, SP, 31: With Clayton Kershaw re-signing with the Dodgers, that makes Keuchel, a fellow lefty and Cy Young winner, the top starting pitcher on the market. That is ideal for him, given he's not coming off his greatest season, having allowed a career-high 211 hits. Prediction: Astros, five years, $105 million David J. Phillip, Associated Press

4. Patrick Corbin, SP, 29: The left-hander's sixth year in the majors was, easily, his best, another case of great timing. He had career-bests in hits per nine innings (7.3) and K's (246), earning a $17.9 million qualifying offer. But he's almost certainly moving on. Prediction: Yankees, five years, $81 million. UPDATE: Nationals, six years, $140 million. Rick Scuteri, Associated Press

5. Michael Brantley, 32: After frustrating injury-plagued seasons in 2016 and 2017, he was back to his dynamic self this past season, as a doubles machine. His last fully healthy season, he played some center field, but he's just a left fielder these days. Prediction: Mariners, four years, $60 million. UPDATE: Astros, two years, $32 million. Orlin Wagner, Associated Press

6. A.J. Pollock, CF, 31: A center fielder who can hit for power is a rare commodity, so he's heading for a nice signing day worth more than the qualifying offer he'll almost certainly reject. Prediction: Reds, five years, $67 million. UPDATE: Dodgers, four years, $55 million. Orlando Ramirez, Associated Press

7. Nathan Eovaldi, SP, 29: The right-hander's stock skyrocketed with a brilliant showing for the World Series-champion Red Sox, though some worry his workload in the playoffs was ill-advised. Prediction: Red Sox, four years, $45 million. UPDATE: Red Sox, four years, $67.5 million. Jae C. Hong, Associated Press

8. DJ LeMahieu, 2B, 30: The Birmingham Brother Rice graduate is the top second baseman on the free-agent market, and just won his second consecutive Gold Glove Award, and third overall. Prediction: Mets, four years, $50 million. UPDATE: Yankees, two years, $24 million. Rick Scuteri, Associated Press

10. J.A. Happ, SP, 36: The left-hander's been solid for a long, long time, but his excellent performance on the big stage of the Bronx should make him a much hotter commodity. Prediction: Yankees, three years, $46 million. UPDATE: Yankees, two years, $34 million. Maddie Meyer, Getty Images

11. Andrew Miller, RP, 34: It was a frustrating, injury-plagued year for the lanky lefty, but he still will have many suitors who haven't forgotten his 2014-17 dominance. Prediction: Nationals, three years, $29 million. UPDATE: Cardinals, two years, $25 million. Maddie Meyer, Getty Images

13. Jed Lowrie, 2B, 35: At age 34, the veteran infielder posted his best season yet, with personal-bests in homers (23) and RBIs (99). Few noticed, because he did it in Oakland. Prediction: A's, three years, $23 million. UPDATE: Mets, two years, $20 million. Jeff Chiu, Associated Press

14. Mike Moustakas, 3B, 30: The market crashed on Moose last offseason, forcing him to sign a modest, one-year deal to stay with the Royals. He should have more options this time. Prediction: Angels, four years, $42 million. UPDATE: Brewers, one year, $10 million. Morry Gash, Associated Press

15. Charlie Morton, SP, 35: Other Astros starters get more press, but the right-hander has been vitally important to the Astros' impressive two-year run. A reunion should be on the table. Prediction: Astros, two years, $25 million. UPDATE: Rays, two years, $30 million. Frank Franklin II, Associated Press

16. Hyun-Jin Ryu, SP, 32: Injuries have plagued the Korean left-hander, including a groin issue this year. But when he was healthy, he was absolutely electric, hence the qualifying offer. Prediction: Mariners, three years, $31 million. UPDATE: Dodgers, one year, $17.9 million. David J. Phillip, Associated Press

17. Andrew McCutchen, OF, 32: He's not the player who won the MVP in 2013 and nearly won it again in 2014, but he still does a lot of things well and was dynamite in a month with the Yankees. Prediction: Cubs, four years, $57 million. UPDATE: Phillies, three years, $50 million. Bill Kostroun, Associated Press

18. Josh Donaldson, 3B, 33: He had an injury-marred season at the worst possible time, but finishing strong, reminding potential suitors of the guy who posted a .946 OPS from 2015-17. Prediction: Cardinals, three years, $60 million. UPDATE: Braves, one year, $23 million. Tony Dejak, Associated Press

19. Wilson Ramos, C, 31: There are a lot of underwhelming starting catchers in the majors, so when you see one available with a strong arm and an OPS in the .800s, you take notice. Prediction: Rangers, four years, $37 million. UPDATE: Mets, two years, $19 million. Mitchell Leff, Getty Images

20. Marwin Gonzalez, UT, 30: The Swiss Army knife of this year's free-agent class, he can play all over the diamond, particularly the outfield and shortstop, and can hit to boot. Prediction: Indians, four years, $35 million. UPDATE: Twins, two years, $21 million. David J. Phillip, Associated Press

21. Adam Jones, OF, 33: It appears he's moving on from Baltimore. He can still hit, though the Camden Yards effect on his stats will be a slight concern. His defense has slipped, too. Prediction: Padres, five years, $83 million. UPDATE: Diamondbacks, one year, $3 million. Patrick Semansky, Associated Press

22. Gio Gonzalez, SP, 33: The left-hander was pretty mediocre with the Nationals, but found his groove again in his month with the Brewers. So that should pique clubs' interest. Prediction: White Sox, four years, $52 million Jeff Roberson, Associated Press

23. David Robertson, RP, 34: One of the game's elite relievers for quite some time, the right-hander should be looking to close again after being a setup man with the Yankees. Prediction: Astros, three years, $41 million. UPDATE: Phillies, two years, $23 million. Julie Jacobson, Associated Press

24. Nelson Cruz, DH, 38: The Mariners took a chance on him with a four-year, $57 million deal, but he earned pretty much every penny and should be poised for one more big payday. Prediction: Twins, two years, $32 million. UPDATE: Twins, one year, $14 million. Mike Stone, Associated Press

25. Lance Lynn, SP, 32: Starting pitching is such a scorching-hot commodity, that even a rather pedestrian year for the veteran right-hander shouldn't hamper his value too much. Prediction: Rays, three years, $43 million. UPDATE: Rangers, three years, $30 million. Michael Dwyer, Associated Press

26. Steve Pearce, 1B, 36: A guy who's bounced around to seven teams in 12 years in the majors is about to find some stability, thanks to his MVP performance in the World Series. Prediction: Orioles, three years, $23 million. UPDATE: Red Sox, one year, $6.25 million. Mark J. Terrill, Associated Press

27. Adam Ottavino, RP, 33: The 112 strikeouts in 77.2 innings surely open some eyes, but walks have long been a concern for the right-hander. Fun fact: He's a switch-hitter! Prediction: Mets, three years, $22 million. UPDATE: Yankees, three years, $27 million. David Zalubowski, Associated Press

28. Nick Markakis, RF, 35: Once one of the more dynamic hitters in the game, he's been a forgotten man the last several seasons. But a big 2018 (93 RBIs) put him back on the map. Prediction: Braves, three years, $35 million. UPDATE: Braves, one year, $6 million. Daniel Shirey, Getty Images

29. Ian Kinsler, 2B, 37: Offensively, the former Tiger has been on a downward trend for several seasons. But he can still pick it in the field, hence his second Gold Glove Award. Prediction: Rockies, three years, $36 million. UPDATE: Padres, two years, $8 million. Tom E. Puskar, Associated Press

30. Jeurys Familia, RP, 29: A rough 2017 was marred by domestic-abuse allegations and a suspension, but the right-handed closer/setup man turned things around on the field in 2018. Prediction: Giants, three years, $27 million. UPDATE: Mets, three years, $30 million. Gail Burton, Associated Press

31. Adrian Beltre, 3B, 40: His worst offense in nearly a decade has him seriously pondering retirement, which would be a shame, since he can still pick it with the best of them at third. Prediction: Retirement. UPDATED: Retirement. Ted S. Warren, Associated Press

32. CC Sabathia, SP, 38: : A third consecutive solid showing for the veteran lefty, after his career appeared washed up in 2015. He might be in line for one more two- or three-year contract. Prediction: A's, one year, $15 million. UPDATE: Yankees, one year, $8 million. Chris O'Meara, Associated Press

33. Carlos Gonzalez, RF, 33: The constant subject of trade rumors, somehow, the athletic outfielder has stuck all these years in Colorado. A split could finally be in the cards, however. Prediction: Giants, four years, $55 million. UPDATE: Indians, one year, $2 million. David Zalubowski, Associated Press

34. Freddy Galvis, SS, 29: He's not going to wow you at the plate, though he has some pop. His defense is superb, though, and he's reliable, playing 162 games each of the last two years. Prediction: Tigers, two years, $15 million. UPDATE: Blue Jays, one year, $5 million. Alex Gallardo, Associated Press

36. Jesse Chavez, RP, 35: In his return to a full-time reliever, the right-hander -- whose played for nine teams in his 11 seasons -- found the zone, with a career-best 1.059 WHIP. Prediction: Brewers, three years, $18.5 million. UPDATE: Rangers, two years, $8 million. Jonathan Daniel, Getty Images

38. Joakim Soria, RP, 35: The former Tigers reliever has gotten things back on track a little bit, and the veteran right-hander was solid down the stretch for the Brewers. Prediction: Diamondbacks, two years, $16 million. UPDATE: Athletics, two years, $15 million. Jae Hong, Associated Press

40. Cody Allen, RP, 30: One of many players who had down years for the Indians this season, the veteran right-hander had his worst year, because of the home-run ball. Prediction: Cubs, four years, $44 million. UPDATE: Angels, one year, $8.5 million. Charlie Riedel, Associated Press

41. Jose Iglesias, SS, 29: : In 2013, the Tigers thought they had their shortstop for years to come. Now, he's moving on. His defense is fantastic, but the bat is a problem. Prediction: Pirates, three years, $24 million. UPDATE: Reds, one year, minor-league contract. Robin Buckson, Detroit News

43. Kurt Suzuki, C, 35: Betcha didn't know he had an .887 OPS in 2017 and .776 in 2018. He never gets much publicity, but the veteran catcher is as steady as they come. Prediction: Braves, two years, $13 million. UPDATE: Nationals, two years, $10 million. Jennifer Stewart, Getty Images

44. Joe Mauer, 1B, 36: His $184 million contract with his hometown Twins has finally come to an end, and signs point to retirement before he signs with another ballclub. Prediction: Retirement. UPDATED: Retirement. Hannah Foslien, Getty Images

46. Denard Span, LF, 35: His last deal was for three years and $31 million for the Giants, and he's done nothing since then to suggest he's about to take a serious paycut. Prediction: Blue Jays, three years, $30 million Mike Stone, Associated Press

47. Daniel Murphy, 2B, 34: Offseason knee surgery cut into his playing time significantly in 2018, and he wasn't the same player when he got on the field, with a .790 OPS. Prediction: Cubs, two years, $28 million. UPDATE: Rockies, two years, $24 million. Rick Scuteri, Associated Press

Some people worked during the Thanksgiving break. Any such list would include the Tigers front office, which, apart from Thursday’s break, stayed by the phones, maybe trading conversation with agents or perhaps with an interested trade partner or two.

But nothing happened. In fact, little is going on anywhere. And there’s no guarantee business will pick up dramatically even when baseball’s Winter Meetings begin in two weeks at Las Vegas.

“It was very quiet over Thanksgiving for all clubs,” Tigers general manager Al Avila said Sunday in a text message.

Ahead of Thursday, Avila said the Tigers had been in contact with representatives for a tall pile of free agents they’re considering as they try and add, primarily, a shortstop and starting pitcher.

Avila said trade talks that had begun loosely at the GM Meetings earlier this month at Carlsbad, California, have also dragged as teams wait and see how the free-agent dominoes spill. And that process could well mean nothing significant will happen until more exalted stars like Bryce Harper, Manny Machado, Dallas Keuchel and Patrick Corbin begin signing new deals.

“I do believe a lot has to happen with the big boys before our market starts to move in earnest,” Avila said.

“In saying that, I do hope we can start to make some progress going into the Winter Meetings. We could also be looking into January and February.

“My hope is that some free-agent players (shortstop or pitcher) decide to sign sooner than later.”

The Tigers technically have two infield openings heading into 2019. Begin with shortstop, which previously was manned by Jose Iglesias before he strolled this month into free agency. He’s on the market, but while feelings are cordial enough between the two parties, Iglesias and the Tigers are expected to decide that it’s time for both to move on.

The Tigers also lack a second baseman who doesn’t realistically figure to be last season’s late-season applicant, Dawel Lugo.

Niko Goodrum remains an insurance policy at second, or even at short. But it’s expected the Tigers will first look for a full-time infield answer and ideally use Goodrum as the super-sub they believe best displays his skills.

That would enable them to slide Goodrum into second base periodically, providing they come away with another option there. The infield puzzle hasn’t yet resolved itself with the one or more pieces Avila is hunting.

The Tigers want at least one more starting pitcher. They also would like to add a swing-man who could boost the rotation and work doubly as a reliever. How that shakes out depends, again, on the market, and whether the Tigers make any trades that could yet involve dealing an existing pitcher, with Matthew Boyd high among possibilities there.

Nick Castellanos remains prime-time trade bait as Avila works to add more youngsters to a team preparing for a more formal unveiling in 2020, when the 25-man active roster expects to carry, if not be loaded with, an abundance of rookies.